CERTIFICATE IN MUSIC
- INTAKES: March, September
- DURATION: 1 Year
Hey there, aspiring musician! Ready to kickstart your musical journey with a bang? Look no further than our one-year full-time course, Certificate in Music (CMus)! It's your ticket to building a solid foundation in both musical expertise and industry know-how.
With CMus, you'll dive headfirst into structured classes tailored to your chosen principal study. Picture this: personalized guidance from our dedicated lecturers, helping you fine-tune your musical skills and expand your repertoire. Whether you're shredding on the guitar or hitting those high notes, CMus has got you covered!
But wait, there's more! Beyond mastering your instrument, CMus also equips you with the insider knowledge needed to thrive in the music industry. Get ready to explore the ins and outs of what it takes to be a successful musician, from effective communication to tech-savvy strategies. These are the skills that'll set you apart in the ever-evolving world of music.
And here's the best part: once you've conquered CMus, you'll be primed and ready to take on our Diploma in Music (DMus) course. It's the next step in your musical journey, and we'll be cheering you on every step of the way!
Graduates will receive a Certificate in Music conferred by Singapore Raffles Music College. You will have:
- A performance proficiency equivalent to the London College of Music (LCM)/Trinity Guild Hall/ABRSM Grade 6 or better in your chosen principal study,
- A music theory proficiency equivalent to the London College of Music (LCM)/Trinity Guild Hall/ABRSM Grade 5 or better.
- At least 15 years old
- Completed Secondary 4 (for local students), Junior Middle School, or its international equivalent
- Pass SRMC’s Audition
- Take SRMC’s Music Theory Placement Test (The Music Theory Placement Test Guide can be found here)
- Meet English Language Requirements
Audition
- Instrumentalists: 3 – 6 minutes performance, TWO pieces from contrasting periods
- Classical Vocal Singers: 3 – 6 minutes performance, THREE songs
- Pop Vocal/Contemporary Instrumentalists: 3 – 6 minutes performance, THREE pop songs (any language)
As a guide, repertoire presented should be of Grade 6 standard.
English Language Requirements
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 4.0, or
- GCE ‘N’ / ‘O’ Level English Language – Grade C or above, or
- SRMC’s English Placement Test, or
- Qualifications on Entry provided by student were undertaken in the English Language, or
- Duolingo English Test score of 60, or
- TOEFL iBT score of 20, or
- Other English Language Proficiency Tests – will be considered on a case-by-case basis
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Students will undertake the following modules during their course of study. Each module is worth 20 modular credits.
ONE (1) Year Course
Music Performance Track
Year One
- Performance 2A
- Performance 2B
- Foundation in Music Technology
- Introduction to Western Music
- Communication Across Cultures
- Foundational Music Theory
*For students who are exempted from Foundational Music Theory, they will take Foundation in Entrepreneurship instead.
| FEE PARTICULARS | 1 YEAR S($) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 10,533.03 |
| Non-Tuition Fees | Â |
| 1. Administrative, Visa & Compliance Fees | 2,100.00 |
| 2. Course Assessment & Resource Fees | 2,000.00 |
| Total Course Fee | 14,633.03 |
| Goods & Services Tax | 1,316.97 |
| Total Payable Fee | 15,950.00 |
| ADDITIONAL FEES | S($) |
|---|---|
| Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) Premium & Admin Fees * | 550.00 |
For other fees, please click here.
Note: All fees are inclusive of GST (Goods & Services Tax). The current Singapore GST is charged at a rate of 9%. All fees quoted are subject to other costs arising from government directives.
In Budget 2022, the Minister for Finance of Singapore announced that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate will be increased from:
(i) 7% to 8% with effect from 1 Jan 2023; and
(ii) 8% to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024.
Kindly refer to this link to understand how the GST rate change will affect consumers.
Students must gain 120 modular credits to graduate, by passing the assessment requirements for each module.
Certificate in Music
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